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The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was created in 1970 following public concern over environmental pollution, particularly after the Cuyahoga River in Ohio caught fire due to industrial waste.
The EPA enforces the Clean Air Act, which has significantly reduced air pollution and improved air quality across the United States since its enactment in 1970.
The EPA's main office is housed in the William Jefferson Clinton Federal Building, a historic site in Washington, D.C., that was originally constructed in the 1930s.
The EPA evaluates and approves pesticides to ensure they do not pose unreasonable risks to human health or the environment before they can be sold or used in the U.S.
Through the Clean Water Act, the EPA sets standards for water quality and regulates pollutants to protect the nation's water bodies.
The EPA's Office of Research and Development conducts scientific research to inform policy decisions and improve environmental and human health.
The EPA works with other countries and international organizations to address global environmental issues such as climate change and pollution.
The EPA supports environmental education initiatives to increase public awareness and understanding of environmental issues and promote stewardship.
